Thank you very much for your advice, Dr. Feldman. I will keep an eye on my symptoms.
The retina specialist who treated me for the retinal tears said it is unlikely I would have more tears when I went to see him 2 weeks ago. At the time, I noticed more flashing lights at the corner of my right eye (the one with cataract surgery and laser treated for retinal tears a year ago). He checked my retinas and found no new tears. And he went on to say that it is unlikely I would have more retinal tears. I am not convinced and that's why I came here to seek a second opinion. However, I still see those flashing lights in the corner of my right eye when in a dark environment, especially when I turn my head around in quick movement, like shoulder checking in driving. Any idea if this should be a concern to me? Thanks a lot.
DearLarryx,
You are at risk for retinal tears and/or detachments due to a the high nearsightedness as well as the cataract surgery. The laser surgery does form a tight adhesion but breaks or tears can develop in front of the laser treated areas. It is important for you to monitor your symptoms for an increase in the number of floaters, flashing lights or a curtain coming down. Seek care at once should these symptoms occur.
Dr. Feldman
Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
San Diego, California